Thank you, Pauline

It's the last day in the office for FIUTS Student Programs Coordinator Pauline Tolentino! Pauline joined FIUTS in summer 2016. Since then, she has coordinated hundreds of student events and activities; trained and mentored dozens of FIUTS Facilitators; kept the FIUTS front desk running smoothly; and advised student leaders in planning events such as Global Gala. We are sad to see her go but excited to see how she continues to help students grow in her new role at UW Bothell. We're sending her off with lots of messages from students and staff to wish her well. Thank you, Pauline!

Dear Pauline! Your friendliness, approachability, kind demeanor, your willingness and ability to hear people are a testament to your big heart and inspiring for everyone. You made me feel part of the community. Thank you! Have a great time at whatever you're about to do next! 🃏 - Nail Hassairi, FIUTS Facilitator

Dear great Pauline, I am both excited for your new journey ahead and sad that you are leaving. I have learnt so much from you over the past two years - your work has made a great impact on me and I am so appreciative of that! I wish you luck with everything!!! Keep in touch and I look forward to seeing you in another setting! Love, Jie. - Jie Bai, FIUTS Facilitator and former office intern and Student Board member

Dear lovely pretty Pauline, I’m so glad that one of the first news I see back on Facebook is about your new job. I mean, I’m excited for you not be cuz you’re leaving FIUTS, but you’ll about to have another brand new chapter in life! Please don’t miss FIUTS becuz it should be with you forever 🌟 Wish you all the best❤️ - Wenting Liu, former FIUTS Student Board member

Dear Pauline, you have been such a positive presence in FIUTS in the time that I've gotten to know you. I think that your presence will linger there long after you've gone, as you have not only helped other students develop relationships and grow into themselves, but have also helped me specifically learn from my mistakes and strive to be better. Thank you for all your hard work in building FIUTS' community - it did not go unnoticed or unappreciated, and will certainly stay with us until all other memories fade. Best of luck at UW Bothell, and best of wishes to your beautiful family. - Henry Milander, FIUTS Facilitator alum

Hi Pauline, Thank you for being a great mentor and role model. Your considerable suggestions and comments have made SB a second home. Really going to miss you, and best of luck! - Sherry Chen, former FIUTS Student Board member

Pauline, Our office will be much less stylish without you in it. I will miss seeing you somehow miraculously do days in heels that make my feet sore when I am wearing sneakers. Best wishes for all that's ahead, I know you will be a rockstar in your future adventures, and I hope you thrive. - Samantha Novak, FIUTS Manager of Community Programs

Hi Pauline, It was a pleasure to meet you and get to work with you in FIUTS. I wish you best of luck and success wherever you will be. Best, Kamal - Kamal Ahmed, FIUTS Facilitator

Hellooo Pauline, It was pleasure working with you. It was for short while but you have great management abilities. Keep up the good work and spread the FIUTS name. Also pls keep posting your baby photos. Enjoy. - Herish Patel, FIUTS Facilitator alum

Hi Pauline, Thank you for making FIUTS feel like home by filling it with your dedication, love, and laughter. I have learned a lot from your never-ending positive attitude and inspiring work ethic. I wish you all the best in all your future endeavors. Keep in touch! ❤️ - Simran Bhatia, FIUTS Student Board member

Hi Pauline, sorry to see you leaving FIUTS:( It is my honor to be your first intern and I learned so much from you! You are so passionate about life. You always have a positive attitude. I wish you all the best for your new position and make lots lots of new friends there! - Cecilia Zhong, former FIUTS office intern

Dear Pauline, thank you for always being so warm and welcoming. I feel like I got to learn a lot from you, and I'm so glad to have met you. I know you have so much in store for your future and I hope many blessings are brought into your life! :) Love, Lena - Lena Lee, former FIUTS office work-study staff

Dear Pauline, Thank you for being such an awesome mentor and person that I look up to! Global Gala 2k17 wouldn’t have been a blast without your immense support, feedback and guidance. Wish you all the best in your new position, and I will miss you a lot!! - Suyi Leong, FIUTS Facilitator alum and former Student Board member

Dear Pauline, I’m sorry to see you leave FIUTS, but I’m happy to know you’ll be taking your passion, kindness, and love to your new role. They are very lucky to have someone like you on their team. Thank you for all you’ve done for FIUTS and the international student community. Don’t be a stranger- keep in touch! ❤ - Alissa Mustre, FIUTS Facilitator alum and former Student Board member and office intern

Hi Pauline!! Thank you for being one of the most supportive and encouraging bosses a person could ask for. Your patience and graciousness is something I admire and hope to emulate one day. Best of wishes in your new role! - Nikki Humphries, former FIUTS office work-study staff

Hi Pauline! I'm so happy I got to know you the last summer before you left! You're so kind and resourceful, and your facilitator orientation was so encouraging and inspiring. Wish you enjoy your new job! - Kendrick Li, FIUTS Facilitator

Thank you for everything, Pauline, and keep in touch! -Your FIUTS Family